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There is so much to do, see and discover in London. In fact, Greater London is Europe’s largest city in terms of area, covering more than a huge 1600 km2 and it is of no surprise that there is so much to do in London, England’s capital. There are of course many well known landmarks and places to visit in London, but what if you are tired of following the tourist masses? The London Eye and London Zoo are all well and good, as are the historical buildings of Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament. But to be honest, I think an elephant is an elephant, no matter what zoo you see it in. Maybe you’re fed up with the tourist crowds and inflated tourist prices when you visit London? Then read on, as we’ve covered some of London’s best kept secrets. Discover some of London’s strangest landmarks and get some great ideas of what to do in London with the first in this series of strange things to do in London.

Few people realise that some of the world’s most famous and influential people are in fact buried in London. If you enjoy tours and want to explore a less-known place of interest during your visit to London, then you should definitely consider visiting the amazing Highgate Cemetery. Highgate Cemetery was built during the Victorian era and is rich with Victorian architecture and heritage. There are many bold, audacious mausoleums, vaults, catacombs, obelisks and statues. During your visit to Highgate, London, you will be sure to notice that some graves stand out more than others. They appear better kept, more prominent. As if they belonged to someone important…